Alexandria in Rapides Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce 100th Anniversary
Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, April 7, 2018
1. Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce 100th Anniversary Marker
The Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce was founded on March 30, 1914 at the Hotel Bentley by 250 business and professional leaders to foster unity and opportunity for the region.
Erected by The Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.
Location. 31° 18.732′ N, 92° 26.734′ W. Marker is in Alexandria, Louisiana, in Rapides Parish. It is on Third Street south of Jackson Street (Business U.S. 165), on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Alexandria LA 71301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Central Louisiana and in Acadiana Cajun Country. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Deep South. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Hotel Bentley (a few steps from this marker); Louisiana Maneuvers (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Rapides Bank Building (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Rotary Club of Alexandria, Louisiana (about 500 feet away); City Of Alexandria Post Des Rapides (about 500 feet away); The Guaranty Eagles (about 500 feet away); Rapides Parish Governors (about 500 feet away); Emmanuel Baptist Church (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Alexandria.
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Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, April 7, 2018
2. Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce 100th Anniversary Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on September 11, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 7, 2018, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 369 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 7, 2018.
